Extirpate
Yes, extirpate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does extirpate mean?
verb
- destroy completely, as if down to the roots
the vestiges of political democracy were soon uprooted
- pull up by or as if by the roots
uproot the vine that has spread all over the garden
- surgically remove (an organ)
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for extirpate
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of extirpate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters EXTIRPATE.
Words you can make from extirpate
Frequently asked questions
Is extirpate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Extirpate is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is extirpate worth in Scrabble?
Extirpate is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does extirpate mean?
Extirpate means: destroy completely, as if down to the roots.